Newcastle fan reportedly stabbed in Italy ahead of Milan match
Newcastle United Football Club has expressed deep concern over reports of a fan being stabbed in Milan on Monday night. The 58-year-old fan was reportedly attacked by a group of men in the city center ahead of Newcastle's Champions League match against AC Milan on Tuesday. The incident highlights the importance of safety and security measures for football fans traveling to away matches.
Newcastle have said they are "deeply concerned" by reports that a fan was stabbed in Milan on Monday night.
A 58-year-old was apparently attacked by a group of men in the city centre ahead of the Magpies' Champions League clash with AC Milan on Tuesday.
Pictures posted online showed a man with a bloodied torso lying on the ground.
A Newcastle spokesperson said: "We are deeply concerned by reports that a supporter was seriously assaulted in Milan on Monday evening and we are liaising with local authorities to understand the circumstances.
"Our thoughts are with the supporter and their family and we hope for a full and speedy recovery."
Milano Today reported that the man had been stabbed twice in the arm and once in the back and was taken to hospital, where his condition was improving.
